For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 254 students in 97041, OR (there are 1 private school, serving 36 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 97041, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top ranked public school in 97041, OR is Parkdale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 97041 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97041, OR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97041, OR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Parkdale Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4880 Van Nuys Dr
Mount Hood Parkdale, OR 97041
(541) 352-6255
Mount Hood Parkdale, OR 97041
(541) 352-6255
Grades: K-5
| 254 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97041, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97041, OR include Parkdale Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 97041?
1 public schools are located in 97041.
What percentage of students in 97041 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 97041 are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97041?
97041 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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